Alabama § 37-6-23 - Liens.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 37-6-23 — Liens., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 37-6-23. Liens.
Any mortgage, deed of trust or other instrument executed by a cooperative or foreign corporation transacting business in this state pursuant to this chapter, which, by its terms, creates a lien upon real and personal property then owned or after acquired and which is recorded as a mortgage of real property in any county in which such property is located or is to be located, shall have the same force and effect as if the mortgage, deed of trust or other instrument were also recorded or filed in the proper office in such county as a mortgage of personal property. Recordation of any such mortgage, deed of trust or other instrument shall cause the lien thereof to attach to all after acquired property of the mortgagor of the nature therein described as being mortgaged or pledged thereby, immediately upon the acquisition of such property by the mortgagor, and such lien shall be superior to all claims of creditors of the mortgagor and purchasers of such property and to all other liens, except liens of prior record and tax liens affecting such property.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 37-6-23
What does Code of Alabama § 37-6-23 cover?
Section 37-6-23 ("Liens.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 37-6-23?
A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 37-6-23" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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How does Alabama § 37-6-23 apply to my situation?
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